Framework

The following toolkit provides a framework for conducting tabletop exercises (TTX):

  • Planning Templates
  • Background
    • Flexibility Statement
    • Confidentiality
  • Preparing a TTX
    • Define Objectives
    • Identifying Key Stakeholders
    • Establishing a Planning Timeline
    • Conducting Planning Meetings
    • Ensuring Effective Communication
    • Develop the Situation Manual (Sitman)
    • Design Exercise Material
    • Conduct Briefing
  • Conducting a TTX
    • Introduce the Exercise
    • Setting the Stage
    • Facilitate Discussion
    • Manage Time and Pace
    • Encourage Reflection
    • Exercise Wrap-Up
  • Assessing a TTX
    • Post-Exercise Debrief
    • Review Performance
    • Review Outcomes
    • Develop After Action Report
    • Continuous Improvement